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Decorating cakes for With dry conditions, Mother’s Day Moore residents Get fire warning by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
With Mother’s Day being celebrated on Sunday, many children came to Ahart’s Market in Bath on Saturday morning and afternoon to decorate a cake in honor of their mothers and grandmothers. (above) Hailee Lentz of Walnutport shows her finished product, while her brother, Nicholas Lentz, was still working on his cake. They were for their mother and great-grandmother. (below) Christopher Confer, 12, holds up the cake he decorated. The cakes already had white icing on them, and the children used their imagination for the rest of the decorating. –Home News photos
With the month of April down two inches in rainfall, resulting in very dry conditions, Moore Township Board of Supervisors Chairman David Tashner warned residents at last Tuesday’s meeting to be extremely careful with fires. While there has been no ban on fires as yet, he asked the residents to first seek permission from the township before they burn leaves or any trash outside. The Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Co. was called out by the Pa. Dept. of Conservation & Natural Resources recently to help fight brush fires and forest fires along the Blue Mountain in both Lehigh and Carbon counties. Dumping Violations Tashner also reported that people are dumping things off that are not allowed at their compost site at the township building. He warned them that surveillance cameras will identify who they are and they will be caught. In one instance, in particular, special treated lumber with spikes in the wood was dumped there. Grass clippings are also not allowed at the township site, only at the First Regional Compost Authority location in Weaversville. Other Matters • Supervisor Dan Piorkowski reported that the Nazareth Area Council of Governments (COG) is looking for a representative from each member municipality to update planning. • The Moore Township Historical Commission had a meeting prior to the supervisors session, in which plans for the township’s
275th anniversary this August were detailed for a reporter to get advance publicity. A special display was put up about the Edelman School, the last one-room school in the township, that closed several years ago. John Bensing was the last teacher at that school before it closed. The building will be a focal point for the celebration. It was also announced recently that residents are asked to provide photos and other memorabilia about the township to the commission. • The land preservation committee will have a representative from the county farm board at the next supervisors meeting on June 9. • The supervisors approved sewage planning modules for Terence O’Reilly and Joseph Tavianini, and also a lot line adjustment for Tavianini. • Peter Locke was approved as a member of the Environmental Advisory Council. On Saturday, May 9 an electronic waste recycling collection was held at Moore Elementary School, when residents were asked to bring in electronic items they no longer use. • Klecknersville Rangers fire recorder Jason Harhart had this report for April: 23 fire calls (10 fires, one auto accident, two fire police, two automatic fire alarms, four mutual aid for search and rescue in Jacobsburg State Park, ESSROC Cement fire, and brush and forest fires, one wire down, two trees down, one odor investigation), requiring 355 manhours; and 55 ambulance calls needing 220 man-hours.
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Lebanon Valley College - Lebanon Valley College is pleased to announce that the following students have enrolled at The Valley for the Fall 2015 semester. Local students attending The Valley include: Ryan Johnson of Bath, Adam Schisler of Northampton. Lycoming College - The Lycoming College Dean's List is issued at the close of each semester in recognition of superior scholarship. Students make the Dean's List if they complete at least 12 semester hours and earn a minimum grade point average of 3.50 for the semester. The following students were named to the Dean's List: Kirsten Fischer, a junior with a major in biology, from Nazareth, Theresa McIlhaney, a senior with a major in biology, from Bath. Bloomsburg University – Joshua W. Halbfoerster of Bath graduated from Bloomsburg University on Saturday in commencement ceremonies for the College of Science & Technology.
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Time to vote: Primary election Tuesday, May 19 by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Candidates for state, county and municipal offices will be on the ballot at the primary election next Tuesday, May 19. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. In the state, there are candidates for judge in the Supreme Court (3) –– David Wecht, Christine Donahue, Kevin Dougherty, John Foradora, Anne Lazarus, Dwayne Woodruff, Correale Stevens, Anne Covey, Rebecca Warren, Mike George, Cheryl Allen, Judy Olson; Superior Court (1) –– Alice Dubow, Robert Colville, Emil Giordano; and Commonwealth Court (1) –– Todd Eagen, Michael Wojcik, Paul Lalley. Northampton County In Northampton County, voters will select from among these candidates for Court of the Common Pleas (1): Samuel R. Murray, Victor Scomillio, and Abe Kassis. All are cross-filed. District Attorney – John M. Morganelli, D. County Controller – Stephen J. Barren, Jr., D. County Council, District III – Lori Heffner, D; John Cusick, R. District IV – Scott Parsons, D, Lorin Bradley, R, and Matthew Dietz, R. Magistrate District Judge – District 03-3-01: Robert Hawke, crossfiled. Townships Allen: Supervisor – 6 years (1) – Gary Behler, D. Bushkill : Supervisor – 6 years (1) – Brien Kocher, R; 4 years – Harrison Kline, R. East Allen: Supervisor – 6 years (1) – Roger Unangst, D; Donald Heiney, R. Lehigh: Supervisor – 6 years (2) – Keith Hantz, R, Kenneth Mack, R, Richard Hildebrand, Jr., R. Lower Nazareth: Supervisor – 6 years (2) – Martin Boucher, R, James Pennington, R. Moore: Supervisor – 6 years (1) – Randolph Emery, D, Maynard Campbell, Jr., D, Richard Gable, R. Upper Nazareth: Supervisor – 6 years (1) – No candidates. Boroughs Bath: Council – 4 years (4) – Mark Saginario, R, Cynthia Anderson, R, Phyllis Andrews, R. Chapman: Council - 4 years (4) – No candidates. Nazareth: Council - 4 years (2) 1st Ward – Frank Maurek, D, Michael Kopach, D, Brian Regn, R. 2nd Ward – Carl Fischl, D, Thomas Heckman, D, Larry Stoudt, R. 3rd Ward – 4 years – Daniel Chiavroli, D; 2 years – Lance Colondo, D. Northampton: Council – 4 years (1) 1st Ward – Keith Piescienski, D. 2nd Ward – No candidates. 3rd Ward – 4 years – Thomas Kohler, Jr., R. 4th Ward – 4years – Anthony Lopsonzski, Sr. School Districts Nazareth Area: Region I – Kenneth Butz, Jr., Joseph Vasko. Region II – No candidates. Region III – Jerry Treon. All are cross-filed. Northampton Area: Region I – Robert Mentzell, Jennifer Miller. Region II – Michael Baird. Region III – Jim Chuss, David Gogel. All are cross-filed.
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NORTHAMPTON POLICE REPORT MAY 3
• Fraud in the 1500 block of Main St. Report of a phone scam. • Criminal mischief in the 1700 block of Newport Ave. Report of a garage damaged with spray paint. • Criminal mischief in the 1200 block of Main St. Report of damage to two garage windows. • Reportable accident in the 600 block of Washington Ave. Report of a vehicle hitting two parked vehicles. • Disturbance in the 1700 block of Franklin St. between a male and a female. • Domestic in the 100 block of Lilac Ct. between male and a female. • Domestic in the unit block of E 24th St. between father and son. • Domestic in the 100 block of Lilac Ct. Report of a female unwilling to leave a residence. • Noise complaint, Edelweis Haus, in the 700 block of Main St. Report of loud noise. • Non-reportable accident, 10th St. and Siegfried Ave. involving three vehicles. • Criminal mischief in the 1700 block of Newport Ave. Report of numerous properties vandalized with spray paint.
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• Criminal mischief in the 1800 block of Main St. Report of a building and two vehicles damaged with spray paint.
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• Disturbance in the 100 block of W. 27th St. between a male and a female. • Criminal mischief in the 1500 block of Laubach Ave. Report of damage to a legally parked vehicle.
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• Assist agency in the 1200 block of 8th St., North Catasauqua. Officers responded to a residential alarm for North Catasauqua Police Department, all secure. • Criminal mischief in the 1500 block of Main St. Report of the tampering of front rims of a vehicle. • Civil matter in the 2000 block of Main St. Report of a landlord tenant issue. • Criminal mischief in the unit block of Almond Alley. Report of damage to a window of a vehicle. • Check person/welfare in the 2400 block of Perch Alley. Report to check the welfare of a male.
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• Assist person in the 2100 block of Washington Ave. Report of needing police assistance to remove belongings from a residence. • Criminal mischief in the 2200 block of Main St. Report of a tire slashed on a vehicle. • Assist person in the 400 block of E 20th St. Report of assistance for a lock out at a residence. • Theft, other, at the skate park, Smith Lane. Report of an IPod Touch 5 stolen.
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• Hit and run accident in the 1300 block Newport Ave. Report of a driver’s side tail light of a vehicle being struck. • Terroristic threats in the unit block of E. 21st St. Report of a male making threatening statements.
First Poverty Initiative Bill passes house
from poverty into lives of selfsustainability. Legislation provides added support for low-income college students “Education is a key to helping those in poverty move to selfsubmitted by Indiana) said. STEPHEN MISKIN Empowering Opportunities sufficiency,” Reed said. “One of Assisting college students in was launched by the House Ma- the overriding themes we found need from across the Common- jority Policy Committee in 2013. during this effort was the need to wealth, the first bill stemming Reed served as chairman of the connect students with employfrom the anti-poverty initiative committee, which traveled across ers who can offer them family“Empowering Opportunities: the state talking with nonprofit sustaining careers, and that’s exGateways out of Poverty” passed and community groups, along actly what this legislation does. It the House unanimously today, with local officials, in an effort to provides specialized assistance for Majority Leader Dave Reed (R- develop ways to transition people these students, and helps fill indemand positions throughout the Commonwealth’s workforce.” Empowering Opportunities was designed to identify the barriers low-income Pennsylvanians face when attempting to reach self-sufficiency. The report, “Beyond Poverty,” published in 2014, shares the best principles in positively combatting poverty in 429 E. Main & Broad Streets the Commonwealth and suggested legislative and policy priorities Bath * 610-837-9720 moving forward. Hours: Mon. – Fri. 7 am – 7 pm Since assessments have shown Saturday 7 am – 6 pm that poverty isn’t contained to one Closed Sunday type of community, the committee worked to examine it in a wide We Support Community variety of locations, including inActivities and Organizations ner-city neighborhoods, suburbs Stop In, Give Us A Try! and also in the state’s rural areas. The hearings, roundtable discussions and tours included testiVintner’s Wine Kits mony from more than 100 stakeholders in locations that included Lottery Tickets Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, AllenFresh Hoagies - Made Daily town, the Poconos and Clearfield *Kit Ingredients County. Newspapers • Cigarettes All Inclusive* “Already spending billions, the Groceries Brewer’s Best Beer Kits fact is government subsidies, en-
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Letter to the Editor If you want to get a true background of Moore Township Supervisor Candidate, Randolph Emery, come and visit Kuter Road, on any day, starting at 5:00 a.m. and “listen” to his respect for the neighbors. On weekends, don’t expect to sleep in because the day starts with Mr. Emery revving his extremely loud engine on any one of his vehicles for 10 minutes, or so, then racing out Kuter Road, in first gear, so his car backfires. He returns 20 minutes later only to repeat the process. The next vehicle is driven out Kuter Road, with the horn blowing, around 6 a.m. Next, the motor cycle is started and left idling, sometimes half an hour, with revving the engine intermittently, and then taking a joy ride around the neighborhood. Then the radio is turned on with music coming out of his speakers mounted on the side of his house, outside of his second floor. It continues to play, all day, every day, whether or not anyone is home, until 9 or 10 p.m. Next comes a leaf blower, a chain saw and, now a lawn mower. All of this noise is prior to 7:30 a.m.! Mr. Emery walks on the road at night, in the dark, and only when a car approaches, does he turn on his head LED flash light, scaring and blinding the driver. You will be the target of Mr. Emery’s videotaping should you decide to take a walk on Kuter Road. If you request him to stop, he will laugh and ask what we intend to do about it; he then will yell out the police phone number. Mr. Emery’s neighbors have taken him to court last year, regarding the loud engine, and have won, only for him to appeal. We went to court the second time and won that appeal. Mr. Emery is now appealing this same case again. We are currently awaiting results. And, Mr. Emery still continues the same harassment practice, blatantly disregarding the law. If Mr. Emery causes this much trouble on one small township road, what can the residents expect for the entire community? Please, please research your candidates before voting, and please vote. Paul and Dolly Cary Kuter Road, Bath, Moore Township
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip I hope all you mothers had a wonderful Mother’s Day. The weather was great, and it was a fine day for families to get together and celebrate all the wonderful ways mothers take care of us. . . .I hear the mail carriers had a successful collection of canned goods around Bath on Saturday, altogether 2,445 pounds of nourishment brought in for families served by the Bath Area Food Bank. Hats off to everybody who gave some goodies from their shelves, and to the folks who run the food banks here and everywhere else where families are trying to feed their kids. . . . Took notice from a flier they put out that the day people pick up food at the Lutheran church wad pushed back to May 12. They forgot about election day on Tuesday the 19th, so the date was changed. . . . The dart baseball teams had their annual trophy awards banquet on Wednesday over at the UCC church in Newburg. Bath teams didn’t do so good this year, I hear. Oh well, there’s always next year, like the Phillies. . . . The IronPigs are struggling a bit, too, this year, but still drawing big crowds of fans over in Allentown. . . . This is a big anniversary year. Both Nazareth and Moore Township are celebrating their 275th year. From what I’ve been reading, Nazareth is figuring on events most of the year, and Moore Township is having theirs a couple days in August, on the 29th and 30th. Whatever, have a great time, folks, and enjoy some local history. I haven’t heard if Nazareth is having T-shirts for the big year, but Moore Township is, and Dick Gable is looking to sell ‘em in a couple colors. . . .I see Christ UCC Church here in town has maroon T-shirts, too. The guys that served breakfast on Mother’s Day were wearing ‘em. . . . Ye Ed figures on adding both of ‘em to his collection. Now that it’s steaming hot, he’s putting on his South Carolina seashore shirt to suit waitress Jen down at the T&C. Y’all should join him. . .
. With the weather as hot as it is right now, the historical society should have a nice garden show this Friday and Saturday. . . .Also this Friday is opening day for the farmers market down at Keystone Park, the one people often call Green Street Park. . . .It’s good to see that Ed Pany and others are finally getting together on a memorial for all those men who were killed years ago in that dynamite explosion in the Sandt’s Eddy cement quarry. I remember it shook buildings in Bath when it blew. What a tragedy that was!! . . . . Tuesday is primary election day. Get out and vote the American way!!
DARTBALL St. Paul’s takes LV championship Suburban Inter-Church Dartball League champion St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton added some more laurels on Monday, beating Holy Trinity of the Bethlehem City Interchurch Dartball League in three out of four games. It was their seventh Lehigh Valley Championship. Game 1 – St. Paul’s 12-5 In game one, Holy Trinity scored one run in the 1st and three more in the 2nd to go ahead, 4-0. But St. Paul’s answered big with eight runs in the 5th, including a 2-run homer by Deb Hughes. They added three more runs in the 6th and another in the 8th to go ahead, 12-4. Holy Trinity picked up a run in the bottom of the 8th, but St. Paul’s won 12-5. Game 2 – Holy Trinity 10-5 St. Paul’s scored a run in the 1st inning. Both team picked up a run in the 2nd and two more in the 4th to make the score 4-3 in favor of St. Paul’s. Holy Trinity went ahead 5-4 in the 5th, but St. Paul’s tied it at 5-5 in the 7th. Holy Trinity then got five runs in the 8th inning, giving the City League titlist a 10-5 victory. Game 3 – St. Paul’s 11-1 The third match was another one-sided affair as the
Northampton team tallied a run in the 2nd, three more in the 2nd, three in the 3rd, two in the 8th, and five in the 9th inning to coast to an 11-1 win. Game 4 – St. Paul’s 6-0 St. Paul’s sealed the championship with a 6-0 shut-out in the third game of the best-offive series, getting a run in the 5th, one more in the 6th, and four in the 8th to win 6-0. Top Hitters These were the leading hitters for both teams: St. Paul’s – Dave Clark, 9 for 18; Rich Kern, 9 for 19; Bret Remel, 8 for 19; Jennifer Erkinger, 7 for 18; Kevin Gross, 7 for 19; Brian Gross, 6 for 18; Paul Slimmon, 6 for 16; Jaon Gross, 6 for 19; Debbie Hughes, 4 for 12 with a 2-run homer. Holy Trinity – Barry Coles, 7 for 18; Kevin Ashner, 6 for 17; Dave Repnyck, 6 for 15; Bill Repnyck, 5 for 17; Gary Mosser, 5 for 18. The Suburban League had its annual awards banquet last night. Results in next week’s Home News.
OUTDOORS Federation Appeals Governor’s Edict on State Employee Gifts Both the Pennsylvania Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs and its grass roots affiliate, the Northampton County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs, have written appeals to the Governor’s Office in Harrisburg on the gifting issue. While they realize the message of Governor Tom Wolf on ordering that no state employees take gifts, they urge him to not carry it out to the letter of the law. The following letter was written by PFSC President Lowell Graybill in March, and a similar appeal was made in April by the local Federation. Read what they had to say in their letters to Sharon P. Minnich, secretary of the Governor’s Office of Administration:
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“The Pennsylvania Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs (PFSC) is one of the commonwealth’s oldest and largest organizations that represent members who hunt, fish, trap, participate in 2nd amendment related activities and show a concern for conservation of our natural resources. Because of our commitment and mission to protection of these pursuits, our member clubs (about 220 currently) are often visited by representatives of the Game Commission, Fish and Boat Commission, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and many others. This interaction with field representatives of these agencies is extremely valuable for our members and shows a commitment on the part of the commonwealth to our member’s interests. We sincerely appreciate it. “Since instituting Executive Order 2015-01, a number of our constituent clubs have raised some questions. “Although we fundamentally agree with an support the intent of the order, verbatim compliance can often put executive branch officials in an awkward, or worse, offensive position. Some of these officials interact routinely with our constituents. As mentioned above these interactions are valuable tools in regulating, managing and support for constituent groups. “Traditionally these interactions are at regular monthly or planned meetings. Many of these meetings are followed by a time for fellowship such as dinner, snacks or coffee. Also, a meal offered at the conclusion of a meeting, a cup of coffee, or perhaps a baseball cap with a logo might be presented as a small token of appreciation to the official. Refusing to accept such a small token could easily be taken the wrong way. “We request clarity in the governor’s order and suggest that small tokens such as those described, and those used for routing advertising (pens, pencils, coffee cups, t-shirts, routine mean) are acceptable depending on the circumstances. While we recognize and support that lavish gifts such as airline tickets, sporting event tickets, expensive dinners or other major items should be banned, small mementos such as those described are clearly not intended to influence a state official’s decision in their work. Rather, they are a sincere expression of appreciation that continues to foster relationships with regulators and our constituents. “We look forward to your response and stand ready to provide any input to help in this issue” Note: No answer as yet.
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The American Red Cross asks eligible donors to help ensure blood is available for patients in need by giving blood in May before the busy summer season kicks in. Blood and platelet donations often decrease when regular donors are vacationing and school is out of session, but the need for blood is constant. Donors are needed in the weeks leading up to summer to help alleviate this seasonal decline. Donors of all blood types – especially those with types O negative, A negative and B negative – are needed to help ensure blood is
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Officers elected By Bath Lions Club; Breakfast Saturday
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A slate of officers to serve from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 was elected this past Wednesday by the Bath Lions Club. They include: Rev. Jay R. Wetzel, president; Melissa Grube, 1st vice pres.; Jack Metcalf, 2nd vice pres.; Kyle Grube, 3rd vice pres.; Daniel Spengler, secretary; William Falstich, treasurer; PDG William Halbfoerster, membership chairman; James Spengler, immediate past president and tail twister; Charles Billings, lion tamer; directors,
1st year, Gail Metcalf, Jack Metcalf, Donald Halbfoerster; directors, 2nd year, Kenneth Edgar; Kyle Grube, Wm. Halbfoerster. They will be installed at the June 3 dinner meeting by PDG Joseph Chunko. This Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., the Lions will have a Flapjack Breakfast at Applebee’s, located at 3702 Easton-Nazareth Hwy. Tickets may be purchased from the Lions or at the door. Two donations were approved on Wednesday: $175 to sponsor a student at the July 12-19 Northampton County Jr. Conservation School, and $200.00 to the Bath Area Food Bank. Club dues for the coming Lions year are now payable. It was also announced that the bingo concession by the Lions will be held at the Northampton Community Days Fair on July 8-11 and the Muhlenberg Hospital Festival
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Local Legislators Honor Champion Wrestlers
Submitted by Scott Little State Reps. Marcia Hahn (R-Bushkill Township), Steve Samuelson (D-Allentown, second from right) and Joe Emrick (R-Nazareth, far right) recently recognized the accomplishments of three P.I.A.A. wrestling champions from the Lehigh Valley on the House floor. Honored were (from left to right) Nazareth’s Tyson Klump, and Bethlehem Catholic’s Luke Karam and Andrew Dunn. Also pictured is Speaker of the House Mike Turzai.
4th annual Bike Fest this weekend in Nazareth submitted by The Nazareth-Bath Chamber Coming up on Saturday, May 16 is the 4th Bike Fest in Historic Downtown Nazareth. The event is again presented by The Nazareth-Bath Chamber of Commerce and will run from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. rain or shine. There will be live bands, food, crafts and venders and a beer tent. It is free to attend. The line up for live music is: Rust from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m., Connie and Tommy from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. and Point 08 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. For more information call 610-759-9188.
“Pieces of History” Celebrating Nazareth’s 275th Anniversary • The Henry Gun factory originally started at 56 S. Main Street from 1781 to 1798, when it moved north of Nazareth to Boulton , now a part of Jacobsburg State Park. The factory closed in 1907.
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The Home News Church Directory is an alphabetical listing of community churches and synagogues. If you would like to submit a press release or calendar item for your church, please email it to: editorial@homenewspa.com or mail it to us at The Home News PO BOX A, Walnutport, PA 18088. . ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH, Northampton. 610-262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 7 p.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m. BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m. BUSHKILL UNITED METHODIST, Bushkill Twp. Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m. CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484-2850040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C., S. Chestnut St. Bath Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m.
DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sat. – Worship 6 p.m., Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7 p.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath Sun – Worship 9:30 a.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton Sun. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15/11 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7039 Sun. – Worship 10:50 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.
GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton 610262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
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ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-7593090. Sun. - Worship 9 a.m., Sat. - Worship 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Northampton. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Christian Ed/tailgating 9:15 a.m. 10/25 – Loaves & Fishes 11:30 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-7673107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m.
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News Sermonette Pastor Jay Wetzel
New Life…Stunted Growth Spring has arrived, after a long, cold winter. Nourishing rains, the sun’s warmth, and one can see new life bursting forth all around us. Martin Luther once said the proof of the resurrection could be seen in every flower of spring. It is a good time of year. How is it, then, that we can’t see that same proof in new life that emerges, constantly, all around us? I’ve heard the moans and groans of many over the plight of our community, our nation, and our world. Things are getting worse and worse. There are outcries for stability and consistency and the “good old days.” New ideas, new patterns, new understanding is met with resistance and oft times ridicule and outright rejection – before even given a chance. What is unfamiliar is met with skepticism and suspicion. Youthful enthusiasm and willingness to delve into new waters is almost dismissed out of hand. Can you imagine the reception the early followers of Jesus met with when they brought their new understanding and insight into their community? They were dismissed, out of hand, for daring to challenge the status quo…daring to challenge their elders’ long held traditions, practices, and way of seeing God and the world. Yet they persisted because they were rooted not in the past but in the dynamic power of a living God who was moving among his people…challenging them, pulling them and leading them into ever new depths of relationships. Some scholars believe that every 500 years or so the church goes through a dramatic upheaval that leads to renewal…growth…new life. Are we on such a threshold? If so, then, maybe we’d better open our hearts and minds to what God is saying…even if his voice comes in strange and unfamiliar ways. ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. - Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Sat. – Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton Sun. – Worship 9 a.m Sunday School 10:15 a.m.
ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.
VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m.
KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
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Mercy At The Bank
Charlene, the only Christian at the bank where she worked, was praying for her co-workers. Then, a co-worker in charge of the vault accused Charlene of stealing a large sum of missing money. Because of the timing of the loss, Charlene was the suspect. An investigation involved police and bank authorities. An aggressive co-worker slandered her regularly, called her names, and pressured her to confess the theft, but Charlene never returned an ill word. This went on for three months. Her picture was in the paper with an article reporting she was under investigation. Her children were ridiculed at school and some friends abandoned her. Even though the bank found no evidence, they gave her the opportunity to resign. She believed she should stay. Though she no longer had duties handling cash, she worked diligently leaving the case with the Lord. Then an employee of the transport company said he had made a cash exchange error. Afraid of losing his job, he had waited for the bank to contact him. Charlene’s accuser was responsible to confirm there was not an error by the company, but she was so convinced of Charlene’s guilt, she never did it. In a cold sarcastic voice, her accuser said, “Sorry, big mistake,” and walked away. Charlene followed into her office and closed the door. Her coworker’s eyes got big and fear covered her face as she got ready for the blast she felt was coming. Charlene looked her in the eyes, and said, “I love you and I forgive you for everything you said and did against me.” As the words sunk in, the co-worker’s fear melted into deep sorrow. She began to cry and then said, “I don’t know what you have, but I have to have it.” Charlene confessed her strength and love came only from God. Then she led her accuser to the Lord who then led another employee to the Lord the next day! By the end of the week, five other employees also accepted the Lord! --Adapted, To Heal the Heart by Michael Hinson
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How to be part of a Century of kindness (NAPS)—For the past 100 (human) years—nearly a millennium in dog years—people have been focusing on how to help pets, farm animals and wild animals through American Humane Association’s “Be Kind to Animals Week®.”Now, the country’s first national humane organization is launching a yearlong campaign to recruit a new generation of advocates to help solve the remaining challenges facing the world’s creatures. American Humane Association’s “Kindness 100” campaign includes a national media tour, visits to schools by its famed Red Star Rescue trucks, which save thousands of animals in disasters each year, and a new website, www.Kindness100.org, where you can find ideas on how to be kind to animals all year round, a series of pre-K–5 curricula to
teach children compassion in all areas of life, a fascinating history of “Be Kind to Animals Week,” official downloadable proclamations for local, state and federal officials, and the online Kindness 100 Pledge with four simple things people can do to improve the lives of millions—actually, billions—of animals. 1,000,000 Challenged To Take Pledge American Humane Association is challenging 1 million people to take the Kindness 100 Pledge online and build a better world for animals by promising that: • I will seek out eggs, meat, and dairy products that are humanely raised, such as American Humane Certified™ products, helping to ensure the welfare of 10 billion U.S. farm animals each year.
• I will learn about conservation efforts, and teach my family about wild animals and the need to protect them by visiting parks, aquariums and accredited zoos. • I will look for films featuring American Humane Association’s “No Animals Were Harmed®” end credit, ensuring the safety of hundreds of thousands of animal stars each year. • If I choose to adopt a pet, I will do so from an animal shelter, saving the life of one of the 6 to 8 million animals that end up in shelters each year. “The need has never been greater and the time has never been better to start a new Compassion Movement,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane Association. “To help all the creatures of the world, big and small, we encourage every American to celebrate ‘Be Kind to Animals Week’—not only for a week but all year round. By teaching our children the value of kindness and doing a few simple things, we may together build a better world for our animals...and our-
selves.” “Be Kind to Animals Week®” is the oldest commemorative week in U.S. history and the longest-running, most successful humane education campaign in America. This effort has touched hundreds of millions of people, and over the years has featured many famous spokespeople and advocates including President Warren Harding, Shirley Temple, Eleanor Roosevelt, Milton Berle, Doris Day, Porky Pig, Dennis the Menace, John Wayne, Lorne Greene, Carol Burnett, Clint Eastwood, Patty Duke, Betty White and many others. To join the movement and celebrate the centennial of “Be Kind to Animals Week®,” please visit www.Kindness100. org. To learn more about how
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Paul Gieske 60th Exchange Club Golden Deed winner by BILL HALBFOERSTER The Home News
Northampton Exchange Club member Paul Gieske was named
the 60th Golden Deeds Award recipient at the club dinner meeting this past Wednesday, May 6 in the Northampton Memorial Community Center. Gieske has been a member since 1974 and has faithfully served in various capacities, including president and on the board of directors. He has also served his church and several other community organizations for many years. He is described as “a very valuable on-the-scene and behind-the-scene guy.” Eighteen of the recipients are still alive, or in the case of organizations, still active, dating back to 1977. 43, dating back to 1951, are deceased. At the next dinner meeting on May 20 at 6:30 p.m., the club will have another of its serviceto-youth programs, when the March, April, May and June girls of the month will be honored for their outstanding academic and scholastic achievements and their in-school and out-of-school activities and service. All are seniors at Northampton Area High School. Each of the girls will receive certificates, club pens, and lamp of knowledge plaques. The board of directors has also approved six of the NAHS seniors who will receive a $500 club scholarship upon graduating in June. They are Alexandra Beavan, Jared Fantasia, Amber Saylor, Nathaniel Treichler, Erika Veiszlemlein, and Travis Weghofer. The annual coin toss to raise money for the Prevention of Child Abuse program was held on Saturday, May 9 on Held Drive near Redner’s warehouse market. A number of members participated.
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Obituaries Theresa A. Farkas
NOV. 27, 1922 – MAY 7, 2015 Theresa A. Farkas, 92, of Northampton died on Thursday, May 7 in the Phoebe Home, Allentown. She was the wife of the late Julius J. “Skeeter” Farkas. She worked as a seamstress at the former Regas Sportswear, Tama Manufacturing and Cross Country Clothes. Born Nov. 27, 1922 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Alois and Mary Schuch. She was a member of Queenship of Mary Church, Northampton. Surviving are a son, John, of Coopersburg; two daughters, Eileen Dalsassao of Allentown and Janet Hodick of Easton; three grandchildren; a brother, Joseph Schuch; and four sisters, Anna Blaukovitch, Angela Schuch, Mitzi Petersell, and Minnie, in Austria. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday morning in Queenship of Mary Church, followed by interment in Our Lady of Hungary Cemetery. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Memorial donations may be made to the Phoebe Home, 1925 Turner St., Allentown, PA 18104.
Dennis F. Fry
MAY 12, 1953 – MAY 6, 2015 Dennis F. Fry, 61, of Nazareth died on Wednesday, May 6 at home. He was the husband of Cathy (Hoffman) Fry for 36 years. A 1971 graduate of Nazareth High School, Dennis worked as a service technician for Howard Homes, Allentown. Born May 12, 1953 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late Walter C. and Margaret (Stettler) Fry. Dennis was involved in coaching at Wilson High School for the past 14 years and was the head coach for the
Wilson High School girls varsity basketball team for the past six years. Previously, he was involved with the Nazareth High School boys basketball team for many years. He enjoyed playing and coaching basketball and was an avid golfer. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Nathan, and a daughter, Katie; brothers Walter Fry of Nazareth, Bruce Fry of Alexandria, Va., and Jamie Fry of Tatamy; and many nieces and nephews. A gathering of family and friends on Tuesday and Wednesday, services were held on Wednesday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, with the Rev. John Kunkel officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Anna E. Laubach
FEB. 13, 1940 – MAY 3, 2015 Anna E. (Beam) Laubach, 75, of East Allen Township died on Sunday, May 3 at home. She was the wife of Lee T. Laubach, Sr. for 23 years. She was a waitress for the former Wheeler’s Diner in Allentown for many years before retiring. Born Feb. 13, 1940 in Nazareth, she was a daughter of the late Frank G. Beam and Margaret (Schaadt) Boyer, and the stepdaughter of the late Earl Boyer, Sr. Anna was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Easton. She enjoyed trips to the casinos and was an avid bingo player. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Susan Sigley-Suedkamp, at home; two stepsons, David A. Laubach of South Allentown and Lee T. Laubach, Jr. of Bethlehem Township; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Frank Beam of Easton and Eugene Boyer of Bethlehem; a sister, Joan Boyer, of Bethlehem; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were
a brother, Earl Boyer, Jr., in 2012, and a sister, Jean Boyer, in 2014. A graveside service was held this past Thursday morning in Hope Cemetery, Hecktown. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to the East Side Youth Center, 1140 E. Clair St., Allentown, PA 18109.
Genevieve C. Lynch
APRIL 10, 1937 – MAY 3, 2015 Genevieve “Jenny” C. Lynch, 78, of Moore Township died on Sunday, May 3 at home. She was the wife of the late Donald F. Lynch for 58 years. She was a graduate of Easton High School. Before retiring, Genevieve worked for Avanti. She had also worked at Treadwell. Born April 10, 1937 in Phillipsburg, N.J., she was a daughter of the late Jerome and Josephine (DeNardo) Calcagnetti. Genevieve was a 20-year volunteer for Bethlehem’s Musikfest. She danced at Leona Mae Lipkey School of Stage Dancing in Easton, where she performed at many shows in the area. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Nazareth, and a life member of the West Easton A.A. Surviving are a son, Donald G. Lynch, of League City, Texas; twin daughters Patricia A. Strohm and Theresa L. Montague, both of Bethlehem; eight grandchildren; a brother, Santo Calcagnetti; and many nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were an infant son, George, and two sisters, Lena Passori and Angelina Mondillo. Services were held last Thursday morning in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Holy Family Church, and interment in Gethsemane Cemetery, Easton. Donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Kenneth G. Mills
SEPT. 23, 1930 – MAY 5, 2015 Kenneth G. Mills, 84, of Bath died on Tuesday in Gracedale. He was the husband of Anna (Milisits) Mills for 62 years. He retired from S&L Plastics in Nazareth. Previously, he worked at Lehigh Valley Dairy. Kenneth began his working career at the former Penn-Dixie Cement Co., Universal Atlas Cement Co., and then Keystone Cement Co. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Born Sept. 23, 1930 in Jack-
sonville, he was a son of the late James and Jennie (Oplinger) Mills. He was a member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church and Eckley E. Patch Post #470, American Legion, both in Bath. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Slaton, of Bath; two grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters. Preceding him in death were a son, Gary; five brothers, Frank, Charles, Henry, Ralph and Wilbert, and a sister, Olivia Fogel. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated last Thursday morning in the Sacred Heart Church, followed by interment in the parish cemetery. Arrangements were by the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Memorial contributions may be made to Cystic Fibrosis, Northeast Pa. Chapter, 1541 Alta Dr., Whitehall, PA 18052.
Baby Girl Ella Rose Sinclair
Ella Rose Sinclair, baby girl born on Saturday, May 2, 2015 to the parents, Heather L. (Hettel) Muhr and Daniel L. Sinclair of Forks Township. Surviving in addition to here mother and father are a toddler brother, Carter Higgins; maternal grandparents, Karl and Gail *Walter) Hettel, of Nazareth; paternal grandparents, Morris “Bill” and Darlene (Kitchen) Sinclair, of Wind Gap; maternal great-grandparents, Lester and Evelyn Walter, of Bethlehem Township; paternal greatgrandparents, Charles and Miriam Bauder, of Easton; uncles, Billy Sinclair and Kyle Hettel and wife, both of Wind Gap; cousins, Kaylie and Keegan. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.
Howard W. Vanderslice
Howard W. Vanderslice, 85, formerly of Allen Township, died on Friday, May 8, 2015 in Sacred Heart Senior Living, Northampton. He was the husband of H. Carol (Schank) Vanderslice for 57 years. He had served in the U.. Coast Guard and later worked as a service manager at General Electric for more than 40 years before retiring. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Elmer and Marion (Gibson) Vanderslice. He was a member of the Free & Accepted Masons, of the Grand Lodge of Philadelphia. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, William H. Vanderslice of
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Northampton, Lynne C. Rex of North Carolina, and Wayne K. Vanderslice of Northampton; and four grandchildren. Preceding him in death were two brothers, Elmer and Jack. Funeral services were held yesterday (Wednesday) morning in the James Funeral Home, Bethlehem, followed by entombment in Grandview Cemetery Mausoleum, Allentown. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association of the Delaware Valley, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
Fred J. Weiss
Fred J. Weiss, 66, of Northampton died Saturday, May 9, 2015 at home. He retired as a machinist from Trexler Industries, Bethlehem. Previously, he was employed at the Eaton Corporation and as a licensed barber in Allentown. He had served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Born in Northampton, he was a son of the late Edward F. and Roe H. (Yagerhofer) Weiss. His free time was filled with music, friends and his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He was a former member of Queenship of Mary Church in Northampton. Surviving area brother, Edward J. Weiss, of Lehighton; a nephew and niece, three greatnephews, and a great-niece. Services were held yesterday (Wednesday morning in the Robert A. Hauke Funeral Home, Coplay, followed by interment in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o the funeral home in Coplay.
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NOTICE IS GIVEN Pursuant to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, public notice is hereby given that the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Municipal Building located at 4714 Indian Trail Road Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the purpose of considering revisions to Chapter 27 of the Code of Allen Township (Zoning Ordinance). Specifically, said proposed ordinance is entitled: “ AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN AMENDING CHAPTER 27 (ZONING) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN TO AMEND SECTIONS; 27-200 (DEFINITIONS) TO AMEND THE DEFINITION OF PRIVATE RECREATIONAL FACILITY AND ADD THE DEFINITION OF LINEAR PARK, 27-1406 (BUFFER YARDS) TO REFERENCE LINEAR PARKS AND ADDRESS THE TREATMENT OF INVASIVE OR EXOTIC SPECIES, 27-1407.2.E (NOISE) TO COMPLETELY REVISE THE NOISE PROVISIONS OF THE HAZARDS AND NUISANCES SECTION, 27-1409 (TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY) TO REQUIRE POST DEVELOPMENT MONITORING OF TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY CONCLUSIONS, 27-1413A.9, B.1, AND B.8 (STRUCTURES TO HAVE ACCESS) TO REVISE THE PROVISIONS FOR DRIVEWAY ACCESS CRITERIA, 271422 (OFF-STREET PARKING
AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS) TO PROVIDE SOME FLEXIBILITY IN THE IN THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF OFFSTREET PARKING SPACES, 27-1801(ZONING PERMITS REQUIRED) TO REMOVE THE REQUIREMENT TO OBTAIN A ZONING PERMIT FOR USES APPROVED PURSUANT TO A RECORDED LAND DEVELOPMENT PLAN; AND REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT WITH THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.” Immediately following the public hearing, on June 11, 2015 at 7 PM, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will consider voting on the adoption and enactment of above described ordinance amendments. Copies of the full text of the proposed amendments may be examined, during regular business hours, at the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, PA 18067. In addition, copies of the proposed amendments have been provided to the Home News and the Northampton County Law Library. Ilene Marie Eckhart Manager Allen Township (5/14 & 5/21) NOTICE IS GIVEN Pursuant to the provisions of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, public notice is hereby given that the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2015 at 7:00 P.M. at the Allen Township Municipal Building located at 4714 Indian Trail Road Northampton, Pennsylvania, for the purpose of considering revisions to Chapter 22 of the Code of Allen Township (Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance). Specifically, said proposed ordinance is entitled: “AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN AMENDING CHAPTER 22 (SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT) OF THE CODE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ALLEN TO AMEND SECTIONS; 22407 (STREETS AND ROADS) TO AMEND THE TITLE, TO CLARIFY THE STUB STREET REQUIREMENTS, TO REFERENCE AND REQUIRE THE USE OF SUPERPAVE STANDARDS, TO CLARIFY THE PROVISIONS RELATING TO CURB AND SIDEWALK DEPRESSIONS; AND 22-501 (PLAN REQUIREMENTS) TO AMEND TO REQUIRE ELECTRONIC COPIES OF PLANS AND ASSOCIATED SUBMISSIONS AND REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT WITH THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED HEREIN” Immediately following the public hearing, on June 11, 2015 at 7 PM, the Allen Township Board of Supervisors will consider voting on the adoption and enactment of above described ordinance amendments. Copies of the full text of the proposed amendments may be examined, during regular business hours, at the Allen Township Municipal Building, located at 4714 Indian Trail Road, Northampton, PA 18067. In addition, copies of the proposed amendments have been provided to the Home News and
www.HomeNewsPA.com the Northampton County Law Library. Ilene Marie Eckhart Manager Allen Township (5/14 & 5/21) PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT 2015-2016 FINAL BUDGET Notice is hereby given that the Board of School Directors of Northampton Area School District intends to adopt a 20152016 final budget at its public meeting beginning at 6:30PM on June 8, 2015. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspections at the administration offices of the school district located at 2014 Laubach Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067. Terry A. Leh Secretary, Board of School Directors (5/14) ESTATE NOTICE The Estate of Irene M. Arndt, deceased, of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton, PA. Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary for the above Estate were granted to Sharon M. Schin, Executrix, on May 4, 2015. All persons indebted to the Estate are required to make immediate payment, and those having claim or demand are to present the same without delay to Sharon M. Schin, in care of Gregory R. Reed, Attorney-At-Law, 141 South Broad Street, P.O. Box 299 Nazareth, PA 18064-0299. (5/14-5/28) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Michael J. Kopach, late of the Borough of Nazareth, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased WHEREAS, Letters of Administration in the above-named estate have been granted to Mary A. Kopach, also known as Mary Kopach, Administratix of the Estate of Michael J. Kopach. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Mary A. Kopach a/k/a Mary Kopach c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (5/14-5/28)
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Our Best Friends Have Hairy Legs!
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month 1 in 16 dogs tests positive for Lyme disease in the U.S.
Sally
Sally is sweet, gentle, loving Pit Bull around seven to nine years old. She behaves very well, knowing ‘sit, paw and kiss’. She has been waiting a full year at the shelter for her forever home! Sally is good with kids and loves the ladies. She takes a little while to warm up to new men, however. She walks nicely and has great doggie manners. She is also spayed and micro chipped and up to date on vaccines along with heartworm and is Lyme free. If you’d like to meet Sally or possibly give her a forever home, she can be found on Petfinder. com and is currently at Peaceable Kingdom in Whitehall, where adoptions are held every Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, email pk.dogadoptions@gmail.com or call 610597-2193.
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This suave, mustachioed gentleman is a sweet boy who loves attention. His hobbies include having his head and jaw scratched, being playful and swatting at toys determinately, and eating his wet food for which he will patiently wait. Rascal is an all around great cat. He is neutered, vaccinated, tested, micro chipped, flea treated and dewormed. He can be found on petfinder.com and is currently awaiting his forever home at Peaceable Kingdom in Whitehall. If you’d like more information, please contact
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This little guy is a happy, playful Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog mix. He is extremely sweet; he loves playing with other dogs and cats and adores people. Kaden is crate trained and housebroken if he is on a regular schedule. He’s currently 16.2 lbs. and is estimated to be about six months old. A fenced yard is required for Kaden and preference will be given to adopters with another playful dog, as this playful pup loves canine companions. If you’d like more information on Kaden, he can be found at Petfinder.com or through the organization Happy Dog Rescue in Nazareth.
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Ext. Collection of Clocks: tall case, mantel, gingerbread, wall regulators & others by Ansonia, Ingraham Waterbury & others; 19th/20th Klecknersville Rangers Volunteer Fire Company C. Furn.: heavily carved DR set, Chipp. styl. DR set, Vict. tables & chairs, other styl. mah., Depression & maple pcs.; Oriental Rugs; Quality 2718 Mountain View Drive China & Porc.: by Belleek, Ansley, Coalport, Maddox, Minton, Limoges, Copeland, Wedgwood, Jasperware; collection Cut Glass (several by Hawkes); Country Collectibles; Bilo baby doll-marked Putnum, Emeralite desk lamp, Atwater Kent Model 64 beehive radio, violin Bath, vint. Northampton Co.,GSPA 18014 Full Auction * Multiple Auctioneers Selling * to include: cherry DR sets, Vict. && Gleason Oak Furn; marked Antonius Guanerius Model 1691 by Adolf Adler, Sr.,(2)Conn trumpet, Baldwin Co. autoharp-orig. box, (2) handcolored flat screen TV, Smalls & Country Collect.; vint. magazines, Steiff animals, friction & John J. Audubon bird prints; photos-landscape scenes sgd. Fred Thompson; Paintings & Prints: sgd. older oils & tin w/c’s; (5) vint. mech. Toys, Barbie items;2006 J.Deere Wdworking & Quantity/14K, 10K,dolls Ster. & & related Cost. Jewelry; FordLawn F350 Tractor; Pick-up Truck: approx.Mach., 99,700 Sm. mi., Pwr 6.0 turbo diesel eng., automatic, 4WD, full Hand Tools; Terms: Buyer’s * CC8.5 Accptd * 3%snow Discount Apprd. * power,13% heated mirrorsPrem w/attch. ft. Myers plow, w/Cash inspectedorthru July Check 2015, VIN1FDSF35P76EA02334. Details @auctionzip or * websites * More Check ItorOut * Check * FULL AUCTION/PARTIAL LISTING Terms: 13% Buyer’s Premium CC Accptd * 3%Arriving Discount- w/Cash Apprd. Robert H. Clinton Selling & Company, Hahn Auction #1888) Company * Multiple Auctioneer’s * ViewInc. www.auctionzip.com (auctioneer or www.rhclintonauction.com Auctioneers & Appraisers * AY-000130-L Robert H. Clinton610-837-7140 & Company, Inc. 610-847-5432 * AY-000093-L www.hahnauction.com Auctioneers & Appraisers * AY-000093-L www.rhclintonauction.com www.auctionzip.com #1886 610-847-5432 or 610-837-7140 www.auctionzip.com #1888
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All My Puny Sorrows by Miriam Toews
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Miriam Toews, a talented writer of Mennonite descent hailing from Canada, gifts readers with her beautiful words in her newest novel, All My Puny Sorrows. AMPS is
heavily based upon events related to Toews’ sister Marjorie, who struggled with depression and made numerous suicide attempts before finally succeeding 12 years after their father committed suicide by walking in front of a train. The book’s main character, Yolandi, is deeply devoted to her sister Elfrieda, a talented, beautiful musician who “has it all.” Despite her perfect onpaper life, Elf is extremely depressed and can’t shake her desire to die. Yolandi, struggling with divorce number two, numerous one night stands, writer’s block on her next novel, and a teenage daughter, must pull it together to be there for
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her sister when she needs her most. Yolandi is a very honest and insightful narrator throughout the novel: “It was the first time that we had sort of articulated our major problem. She wanted to die and I wanted her to live and we were enemies who loved each other.” This broaches the delicate question of, what do you do when the person you love is suffering? Do you help them to end their suffering or do you sit by and idly continue to watch them suffer? Yolandi must make this incredibly difficult decision when Elf begs her to take her to Zurich, Switzerland, where assisted suicide is legal. (Elf desperately wishes to die, however she is terrified to do so alone.) Yolandi hovers over this shaky, thin line for some time. As her sister, the center of her world, is she supposed to refuse Elf, make her continue to live a life she doesn’t want to and be in agony every single day for her own selfish pleasure or should she actively aid in allowing Elf to no longer exist? Should she turn her back on black and white, right and wrong, to finally cave and grant her sister her last final wish? “Everyone in the whole world was fighting with somebody to stay. When Richard Bach wrote, ‘If you love someone, set them free,’ he can't have been directing his advice at human beings.” I thoroughly enjoyed All My Puny Sorrows and devoured it like I would Taco Bell. Surprisingly, it was not as depressing Reserve Now For the Upcoming Prom and Wedding Season
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as one might think. Toews’ writing was usually slightly humorous and somehow light. The women in the book were strong and positive forces to be reckoned with despite the dark, heavy subject matter: “…we descendants of the Girl Line may not have wealth and proper windows in our drafty homes, but at least we have rage and we will build empires with that, gentlemen.” I found it empowering and very “girl power.” Through each devastating blow this family takes, the connection and bond that ties them together is outstanding and somehow they come out still standing. Toews tends to use long sentences, but in a really good way. Her writing is lovely and re-
freshing and poetic; she writes in a way that draws readers in and lets them know that what she has to say has significance. The long sentences make her words and thoughts seem more important. There were obviously some tear-shedding moments, yet I did not think it was as morbid as it may seem. I found it a pleasure to read; thoughtprovoking and engrossing. I now want to read all of Miriam Toews’ novels and then sit down for lunch with her to discuss them. Practically every sentence she writes is quoteworthy, however my favorite that really stands out to me is: “‘Nothing happens in my life. Nothing has to happen,’ she said, ‘for it to be life.’”
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